Author Archives: Carrie Anderson
A Guide to Cyber Security Programmes and Resources for Schools and Further Education Providers⤴
Cyber security is a hot topic, both at a global level – new cyber attacks on businesses, Government and consumers are reported daily – and in the every-day lives of children and young people, who are regularly confronted with risks to their online safety. The new computing curriculum aims to equip children and young people with the skills they need to participate effectively in the digital world. Good cyber security is essential to this. The website provides links to a variety of sources and programmes related to Cyber Security. Though the programmes are linked mostly to the English Curriculum teachers may find the information useful a similar link to resources in Scotland will be produced in due course.
BBC Build It Scotland⤴
The BBC Build It Scotland project is up and running and is a wonderful opportunity for Primary and Secondary schools to get involved with Technology and explore the Built envirnonment around them. The project is part of the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design and the Festival of Architecture.
To find out more about the Project go to www.bbc.co.uk/builditscotland where you can sign up and browse through the resource area.
They also have the ‘Bright Spark’ series of films which profile a range of people who have STEM related careers to help young people make links between what they are doing and the real world opportunities open to them (2 of 7 available now but more following in the next 2 weeks) http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03kgp7n
In addition, Hamilton College offer some tips from their own experiences with Build It Scotland http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03cdgdw
Our Glowblog – we’d love to help build a community with schools who are really engaged and this would be the perfect place to do so https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/bbcbuilditscotland/
Careers in Construction⤴
Too often Construction is seen in terms of building, joinery, plumbing……In fact Construction affects every single person’s lives from the construction of hospitals at birth, schools through early life, homes to live in, places of work and places of worship. This then encompasses a vast range of disciplines from planning and design, architecture, restoration, project management, surveying, engineering and environmental studies.
Please join us to hear from Construction Professionals about their career journey as well as meet some of the most high profile employers and education providers for the sector. During the networking session you can gather more information to take away with you to form substantive careers literature to share with your students. The event will be filmed and therefore a DVD will be available to those who attend after the event and this is another tool you can use in your own school within the curriculum at a time that suits you and to a variety of age ranges ensuring all your students are aware of the exciting careers available to them in the Built Environment. This is a really unique opportunity to access valuable careers material, contacts in the industry and further education which is currently not on offer anywhere else.
Date: 9 March 2016
Time: 10.00 until 14.00
Venue: Discovery Dundee
Cost: Free
PC Passport Course Update⤴
The SQA has updated the NPA- PC Passport. Click on the link to see te full update and to get more information about the PC Passport and Digital Passport courses.
Zero Waste Scotland Masterclasses⤴
‘Dyeing Technologies for the Circular Economy’ is the third in a series of Masterclasses for the textile industry delivered by Zero Waste Scotland.
Textile dyeing is constantly evolving. With the primary objectives of textile dyeing being to improve the aesthetic and functional properties of textiles, the demand for superior quality and functionality from textiles is increasing. Dyeing operations must improve.
Techniques are being scrutinised to be more efficient from the technical, economic and ecological perspective and this trend is continuing. But what novel dyeing techniques will the future hold? Where does sustainability come into play?
Dr Richard Blackburn will give you a new perspective on textile dyeing, and the future of this constantly evolving area. The textile coloration of the world is changing!
Date & Time: Tuesday 01 March 2016 from 09:30 – 17:00
Venue: Lecture TBC, Edinburgh Napier University,School of Arts & Creative Industries, Merchiston Campus, EH10 5DT
Who should attend?– The Masterclass is free to attend and open to individuals in the textile industry looking to learn more about sustainable textile design. Attendance is by application and selection.
How can I register?- Download the Application Form from the Zero Waste Scotland website. Any queries please contact Suzanne on nelson@mabbett.eu
Dr Blackburn will also be carrying out a shorter version through an Open Lecture for the general public and students on 29 February 2016, from 18:30-20:00.
Click here for more information or to register.
This course is approved by The Textile Institute.
www.zerowastescotland.org.uk
Formula 1 in Schools Broad General Education Curriculum Guide Event⤴
This event has been developed to show how the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge could be used to deliver Level 3 and/or 4 of the CDEG Technologies Curriculum. Through the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge pupils will be able become secure in the Experiences and Outcomes at the Level to which Practitioners wish to deliver them, be it Level 3, 4 or both. Building on prior learning from the SALs and the development of new knowledge and skills pupils will complete a series of activities which are based around the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge. Participants at the event will get to see demonstrations on a variety of machines, equipment as well as detailed information about how the activities and challenges can be used to deliver the Craft, Design, Engineering and Graphics Curriculum. Click to sign up for this event, the password is F1inschools.
Young Heritage Apprenticeship- Princes Foundation⤴
25th July 2016- 14th July 2017
This 12 month course will provide 16-18 year olds with training and practical experience in traditional building crafts and the opportunity to gain a heritage building skills related NVQ2. Young Heritage Apprentices will have the opportunity:
- To be exposed to a number of craft skills
- Specialise in either stonemasonry, plastering, carpentry, roofing and landcrafts
- Learn a trade alongside master craftspeople, and work on new building schemes and conservation projects
This programme provides an invaluable opportunity for participants to gain skils and knowledge necessary to begin a career in an exciting sector with plenty of jobs. The course is free and all participants will be paid a bursary.
To find out more visit the Princes Foundation website or contact Lauren Banks on 020 7613 8582 or at Lauren.Banks@princes-foundation.org.
Professional Recognition: Engineering STEM Learning⤴
Professional Recognition is a means for teachers in Scotland to engage with Professional Enquiry at a master’s level in pedagogical or subject specific areas. Our year-long programme will allow teachers to gain Professional Recognition in an area of expertise which is accredited by Primary Engineer and moderated by the GTCS (General Teaching Council for Scotland). The programme is funded by Skills Development Scotland.
If you have taken part in a Primary Engineer training day you can undertake the Professional Rcognition for free. If you would like to find out more about the programme click on the link below.
BBC Build It Scotland⤴
